Decision making, team work, hitting targets under extreme pressure, resilience and the ability to think clearly through adversity are all part of being a first-class logistics professional. In this exclusive presentation, Major Chris Hunter shares his unique experiences in the high-pressure, high stakes world of bomb disposal, capitalising on his lessons learned in Iraq, Afghanistan and Colombia. With expert insights on risk management, teamwork and performance, the lessons you’ll learn this morning will inspire you to be a true temperature controlled logistics champion.

Mayank Batra

1:05 pm - 2:00 pm Networking Lunch Break

2:00 pm - 3:10 pm INTERACTIVE DISCUSSION GROUPS (IDGs) – TWO CHOICES

During this part of the summit, delegates will be sorted into groups of 15-20 to take part in interactive discussions around the topics below. Delegates will get the opportunity to select and pre-register for two topics and will rotate between each 30 minute IDG. Discussion groups are kept small to ensure all delegates get the opportunity to ask their most pressing questions, ensuring a perfectly tailored experience.

GDP on the Ground: What are the minimum requirements for GDP compliance? And what’s everyone else doing?

Internet of Things: How can we remotely monitor the condition of our products and ensure that temperature is maintained through the supply chain and in storage?

Import/Export: What can we do as an industry to address global customs challenges?

Real Time Temperature Monitoring: What are the best strategies and how is the industry advancing in terms of new technologies?

Packaging Selection and Validation: Selecting the right packaging for your temperature controlled products

Mean Kinetic Temperature: Debate the pros and cons and analyse the challenges and opportunities

BREXIT: What will the implications be for the transport of pharmaceutical products around Europe? What strategies should we be looking to implement to prepare?

Supplying the Middle East: What should your strategy for Middle East supply look like? What are the best strategies for local partnerships?

Last Mile Connectivity: Who is ultimately responsible for the last mile of distribution, and how can we better collaborate as a industry to increase visibility here?

Sustainability and Reverse Logistics: How can we Achieve Sustainability & Environmental Packaging Designs in Temperature Controlled Packaging? And how can green and reverse logistics operate as the tools for improving environmental sustainability?

Cell & Gene Therapy Logistics: When it comes to transporting extremely sensitive therapies like cell and gene, what strategies can we undertake to ensure safe transportation?

Risk Management Systems: Look at risk management in the temperature controlled supply chain,and the link between audits and risk management

3:40 pm - 4:15 pm Networking Coffee Break

Stream 1

Learn how IoT technology is improving realtime supply chain visibility and how you can implement solutions to track, manage, and induce action – in real time – to mitigate the risks associated with supply chain disruptions during transit

Review IoT sensor technology being used for supply chain management today, and have a look at where the technology is going in the future

Understand how real-time sensor alerts can help address supply chain disruptions before they negatively impact customer service

Discover post-shipment compliance reporting, and how to use data to improve supply chain operations and carrier performance

Examine ways that IoT technology can be integrated into existing supply chain systems and processes

Gerry Byrne

5:20 pm - 7:30 pm Networking Drinks Reception!

After 20 world class presentations, 10 in-depth round table discussions, and dozens of new contacts made, enjoy a drink and connect informally with your new network! You are in a room full of people who are passionate about Temperature Controlled Logistics…. How often does that happen? Enjoy some well earned drinks and canapés while making the most of this opportunity to get acquainted with the people who are going to continue to be the driving force behind the industries developments

To celebrate the end of a jam-packed day of thought-provoking case studies, provocative panel discussions, interactive round table dialogues and innovative technology spotlights, join us for a relaxed three-course dinner in Twickenham’s famous Spirit of Rugby room. What better space to reflect on the day’s learnings, and be inspired by the expertise and passion of the conference speakers, as well as your fellow delegates. Use this informal format to further the conversations you began during the day’s conference, get a chance to ask more questions of the day’s speakers, and prepare yourself for another day of incredible presentation ahead! But be careful, spaces are limited and the earlier you book the better your chance of a position!